Victor Wembanyama is one of the faces of the NBA, the star of the San Antonio Spurs and already one of the biggest names in basketball. And his season is likely over, after the Spurs announced Thursday that he has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder.

One notable absence stood out: generational superstar Victor Wembanyama, who didn't accompany the team to Austin for its two-game set against the Suns and Detroit Pistons. As the team warmed up on the floor,

It is a massive blow to the Spurs, who are contending for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. The condition was diagnosed this week after Wembanyama returned from the All-Star Game, the Spurs said.